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Published on: February 2, 2017

[Distribution of anthropometrical parameters in infants in the Monastir region, Tunisia]

K Ben Salem1, O Mandhouj, M Letaief

  • 1Department de Medecine communautaire, Faculte de medecine de Monastir, Monastir, Tunisie. kamel.bensalem@fmm.rnu.tn

Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal = La Revue De Sante De La Mediterranee Orientale = Al-Majallah Al-Sihhiyah Li-Sharq Al-Mutawassit
|March 17, 2007
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Infant growth in Monastir differs from national references, with growth retardation increasing by age. Underweight and wasting were below 10%, but obesity affected over 11% of 9-month-olds.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Public Health
  • Anthropometry

Context:

  • Infant anthropometry is crucial for monitoring growth and health.
  • The National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) provides widely used growth references.
  • Local data is essential to assess the applicability of international standards.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the distribution of anthropometrical parameters in Monastir infants.
  • To compare these parameters with NCHS reference data.
  • To identify trends in infant growth and nutritional status.

Summary:

  • A prospective study followed 3033 infants for 18 months, measuring weight-for-age, height-for-age, and weight-for-height.
  • Findings revealed a divergence between Monastir's infant growth curves and NCHS references.
  • Growth retardation prevalence increased with age; underweight and wasting remained below 10%.

Impact:

  • The study highlights potential regional variations in infant growth patterns.
  • Identified a concerning rise in obesity among infants aged 3 to 9 months (6.2% to 11.6%).
  • Results can inform local public health interventions and nutritional guidelines for infant care.

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